Thinking In Numbers: On Life, Love, Meaning, and Math

Name: Thinking In Numbers: On Life, Love, Meaning, and Math
Price: 12.11 USD
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Rating: 4.3 (221 reviews)
Author: Daniel Tammet

by Daniel Tammet

Nonfiction Memoir

4.3 (221)

4.3 stars from 221 reviews

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Perfect for you if...

You enjoy essays that blend memoir with big ideas, especially if you've never thought of maths as poetic or personal.
You're curious about how patterns underpin everyday life but find most maths books too dry or intimidating.
You loved Tammet's earlier memoir Born on a Blue Day and want more of his singular way of seeing the world.

Maybe not for you if...

You want a practical guide to improving your maths skills or understanding advanced theory.
You prefer narrative-driven books with a clear plot over interconnected reflections and ruminations.
You're sceptical that numbers have anything meaningful to tell us about love, time, or human experience.

About this book

Daniel Tammet, a mathematical savant and bestselling author, explores how numbers and mathematics illuminate our lives and minds. Through anecdotes, everyday examples, and reflections on history and literature, he shares his unique perspective on the way numbers, fractions, and equations underpin daily existence. Tammet examines questions such as why time seems to accelerate with age, whether an average person exists, and how we can understand those we love. His explorations are inspired by subjects ranging from the complexity of snowflakes to historical figures like Anne Boleyn and his own family experiences. The essays blend autobiography, mathematical theory, and speculative thinking to offer fresh perspectives on familiar concepts and encourage readers to view the world through the lens of numbers.

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Currently around #73K in the Kindle store — a steady mid-list seller. Climbing the charts — 79% improvement recently.

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Currently 4.3★ from 221 reviews

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